March carries the first whispers of spring—a subtle warmth in the breeze, a hint of green on barren branches. We find ourselves standing at a sacred threshold between winter and spring, a moment of perfect poise in nature. The Vernal Equinox, occurring in late March, is a celestial tipping point when day and night share equal hours across the Earth.

More than just a seasonal shift, the Equinox acts as a mirror, reflecting the rhythms of our own becoming. It invites us to soften into presence, to notice what is happening within, and to embrace the delicate balance between stillness and movement, receptivity and action.

The Equinox is a reminder that balance is not a fixed state, but a process—one that asks us to return to alignment again and again. Spring’s mirror reflects a relative balance between light and dark, not only in the world around us but also within us. It is a time to pause and feel the harmony between rest and activity, the Yin and Yang of life. Our inner landscape, like the Earth, is ready to shift.

Balancing Darkness and Light:

The Equinox as a Yin–Yang Threshold

In many ways, the equinox is a living embodiment of the Yin–Yang symbol – equal parts dark and light dancing in unity, existing in equal measure before Yang energy continues its upward climb.

This brief window of balance reminds us that life is constantly shifting. Just as the seasons turn, so do we. Spring calls for growth, but it also teaches us patience. Nature does not rush to bloom, or clings to stillness; it moves in its own time, flowing effortlessly between phases. We, too, are invited into this rhythm, embracing both the pause and the becoming, the reflection and the renewal.

The equinox teaches that both darkness and light have value; each side of our emotional spectrum offers lessons and, together, they make us whole. The equinox is a portal – a door between worlds or seasons. It’s a pause in the year’s rhythm when we, like nature, can recalibrate.

Spring’s Medicine: Wood and the Chinese Element of Growth

Tender green buds unfurling in early spring exemplify the Wood element’s upward surge – nature’s drive toward growth and renewal. If winter corresponds to stillness and storage, spring bursts forth with movement and life. It is a time of creativity, flexibility, and rebirth, when the vital force that has been quietly building underground surges up. In Chinese Medicine, The Wood element is associated with the Liver and Gallbladder, the ruling organs of spring tasked with the smooth flow of energy and emotions in the body. The Liver ensures the smooth flow of qi, blood, and emotions, while the Gallbladder supports decision-making, courage, and movement.

Spring is the perfect time to support the natural ‘detoxification’ of both body and mind. Just as a healthy tree bends in the wind without breaking, Wood energy in us gives the emotional flexibility to adapt and grow. By attuning to spring’s Wood energy, we support our personal growth and healing. We can help this process along by literally moving – taking walks, doing yoga or qigong, shaking off the stiffness of winter. Such movement harmonizes with the liver’s need to circulate qi. Often, in the rush to "grow" or "heal," we bypass the slower, unseen work that makes true transformation possible.

Emotional clearing is just as vital—journaling, breathwork, or simply allowing ourselves to process what has been held in can create spaciousness within. Eating in sync with the season by incorporating light, bitter greens and fresh herbs helps the body shift from winter’s heaviness to a more expansive, flowing state. And just as nature sheds the old, clearing our physical space through decluttering can be a ritual for making room for what is to come. As we move through Spring, we can cultivate a spirit of resilience – standing tall like a young tree, yet swaying gracefully with life’s winds. Spring reminds us that growth is not just about reaching upward—it is about deepening, stretching, and anchoring.

Our Inner Maiden: Reclaiming Curiosity & Courage

Spring carries the essence of the Maiden—the archetype of youth, emergence, and untamed possibility. She is the fresh bloom after the frost. The Maiden within us is wide-eyed, open-hearted, and full of potential. The energy of this season mirrors the Maiden’s invitation: to explore, to play, to trust, and to allow ourselves to become.

The Equinox whispers, “It is safe to bloom. It is safe to step forward.”

Many of us entered adolescence without the language, support, or understanding to navigate the profound shift into cyclical living. This is why our work with The Maiden’s Moon, Moonlit 🌙 Mentor Certification is so needed.

As the doors to this year’s Moonlit Mentor Certification prepare to open, we invite you to reconnect with this sacred transition—not only for yourself but for the next generation. This 5-week certification program is a space to reclaim cyclical wisdom and learn to guide young Maidens through their first seasons of menstruation with reverence and care. If you feel called to be part of this lineage of remembering—this is your invitation.

Spring does not ask us to bloom all at once—it asks us to trust the process of becoming. Where are you being called to grow, but holding back? What would happen if you let curiosity guide you? As we step into this new season, may we remember: Our Inner Maiden is waiting to be seen, to be honored, to be given permission to move freely once more. 🌸

Doors to The Maiden’s Moon open soon—join the waitlist and step into this sacred work.

A Seasonal Ritual for the Equinox

Across cultures and centuries, the spring equinox has been honored as a sacred time of rebirth and awakening. In the Northern Hemisphere, it's often aligned with the start of agricultural cycles – the time to till soil and plant seeds, both literally and metaphorically. We tune into the energy of fertility, resurrection, and new beginnings.

Longer days and a greening landscape inspire us to believe in second chances, fresh starts, and the cyclical nature of growth. Culturally, the equinox reminds us that we are part of a greater tapestry of life, rest gives way to blooming right on schedule each year. We, too, can align with this resurgence of energy, drawing inspiration from the many ceremonies and stories that honor spring’s promise.

To honor this shift, begin your day with a simple ritual. Open your windows, allowing fresh air to clear out winter’s stillness. Allow the light to infuse your eyes. Light a candle, symbolizing the return of warmth and vitality. Take a few moments to stretch, move, or shake out any stagnation in your body. Sit in stillness and reflect: What do I need to let go of? What am I ready to welcome in?

One of the simplest ways to support ourselves in seasonal shifts is through intentional nourishment. In this Womb School recipe, we explore how herbal allies can help us attune to the wisdom of the body. This Lavender-Lemon Balm Tea is a beautiful way to honor the soft unfolding of spring—soothing the mind, unwinding tension, and inviting lightness into the heart.

Lavender-Lemon Balm Tea (infusion)

1 part lavender

3 parts lemon balm

1 part spearmint (optional)

1 lemon wedge

sweeten to taste (optional)

Brew your tea, strain, and enjoy warm—or let it cool slightly to allow the flavors to fully open.

Spring reminds us that healing happens in cycles. In The Somatic Womb Path, we work with the wisdom of these rhythms, learning to trust the intelligence of our bodies, our transitions, and our capacity to grow.

🌸 Doors for The Somatic Womb Path 2025 cohort will be closing soon! If you’re ready to integrate womb wisdom, somatics, and East Asian medicine into your practice, we invite you to join us.

-Written by Sam & Kris - The Way of Yin Team

Spring’s Mirror: What the Equinox Teaches Us About Growth & Healing